Internal requests for use of the seal on College materials must be submitted to the Office of Marketing and Communications for initial review of compliance with Visual Standards.
The Lyon College seal takes the form of a coat of arms—a unique heraldic design on a shield. The coat of arms forms the central element of the full seal which includes the shield, supporters, crest, and motto. The shape of the Lyon College coat of arms is inspired by the Great Seal of the State of Arkansas.
S T Y L E C OLLEGE LYON
The Celtic Cross, symbolizing Lyon’s Scottish and Presbyterian traditions, serves as the central element to subdivide the coat of arms into four quadrants and symbolizes Lyon’s religious commitment. The open bible reinforces Lyon’s Christian values. The lion rampant is adapted from the Scottish banner and symbolizes the College’s Scottish Heritage. The lion has always enjoyed a high place in heraldry as the emblem of undying courage, and hence that of a valiant warrior. The rampant lion is also adapted in a similar manner for the Lyon College athletic teams. The pattern of four stars, taken from the center of the Arkansas flag, represents the four flags which have flown over this state, and therefore symbolizes Lyon’s location and original name, Arkansas College. The lamp symbolizes learning and wisdom, and the oak-leaf laurel symbolizes excellence and wisdom.
G U I D E
The College’s original motto—Perserverantia Omnia Vincet Deo Volente (Perseverance conquers all, God willing)—and the date of the founding of the College are incorporated into the circular band surrounding the coat of arms.
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